This page covers the latest news, product updates, and regulatory developments in lifetime mortgages and later life lending. Read more below to keep pace with this evolving sector.
Your round-up of mortgage rate changes and product updates over the past week
New figures indicate a growing share of later life lending secured against higher-value properties
An ageing population is driving demand for lifetime mortgage and equity release advice, but misconceptions still hold the market back
Flood and subsidence exposure is creating hidden portfolio losses that macro models are dramatically underestimating
Regulator says sector must overhaul products, advice, and consumer engagement or risk losing control of its own future
New loans to older borrowers declined nearly 5%, but total lending value edged higher
Evolving borrower needs and product innovation are outpacing how brokers approach later life lending
Research offers insight into how different borrower profiles approach debt, property wealth and financial decision-making
Education is the watchword among today’s mortgage brokers
Needs-led borrowing grows as lifetime mortgage borrowers skew younger